Revolutionary War general, first Secretary of War, and founder of the military school that became West Point (1750–1806). Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 8.75 x 7.25 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3, addressed in Knox’s hand to “Colonel Benja. Walker, New York,” and franked in the lower left “Free Knox.” Panel also bears a “Free” stamp at top and a July 9, 1792, docketing notation on reverse. Two light vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a couple brushes to panel, circular toning to top, and paper loss to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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